This is my normal, everyday work make up. As my favorite make up artist, Christina, says – it takes way more products to look natural than it does for a smokey eye – and I could not agree more! You may not believe it only takes me five minutes as there are almost a dozen products but after hundreds of practices I have really got it down!
(1) PRIME: I used to be someone who never primed until I met the fabulous Brian from Tarte and he convinced me over the course of an hour and a half makeover that it was fantastic. I have to agree Brian, my makeup stays on so much better using this stuff and it better since I have invested the time and money to put it on! I use the Clean State Slate flawless 12-Hour Brightening Primer from Tarte (links at the bottom to all products.
(2) EYES: Playing up my eyes is my favorite thing to do and according to one friend – it would look like a ton of eye make up if I did not do it everyday, but because I do it looks normal on me – well, I am glad to here that. I start with the brows, just a few quick swipes of Sephora’s waterproof eyebrow pencil and one swipe of Benefit’s brow gel to hold them in place. Then I prime my lids with UD and use my favorite shade ever – YDK on my eyes. This is quickly topped with one long stroke of Sephora’s waterproof liquid liner on the top of each eye and two coats of Benefit’s They’re Real mascara.
(3) FACE. I like to keep it simple with my face because it is an every date look. I outline my face with NARS Bronzer and then sweep NARS blush from the apples of my cheeks up to the corners of my eyes. The most important beauty product I use is concelear. Right now I am in between colors so I cover my under-eye bags with a combination of HourGlass and Cle de Peau Beauty.
(4) FINISHING TOUCHES Starting last summer I began wearing lipstick everyday to work. My lips were no longer so dry that they needed a 24 slobbering of Aquaphor so I picked a healthy pink that I like to think works for all seasons. Finally, I am obsessed with Urban Decay’s de-slick setting and mattifying powder – it keeps everything in place all day!
Taking a cue from the amazing Cara over at Maskcara and half a dozen other beauty bloggers I admire here are the products I use in the order I use them and where you can buy them!
What I used in order:
with

Maria - inredningsvis.se says
WOW you look so CUTE in that make up 🙂
Check out my new post….a lovely new shoe collection 🙂
Have a fab day dear 🙂
LOVE Maria at inredningsvis – inredning it’s, Swedish for decor 🙂
Brooklyn says
That eyeshadow primer is a LIFE SAVER! I am so in love!
Brooklyn
xoxo
http://brookiewords.blogspot.com/
Stacy says
Thanks for this post in details)
xo
Chiara says
You’re so pretty with or without makeup !
Chiara♥
xmisschiarax.blogspot.com
BLOG | Instagram | Twitter | bloglovin'
sabsi says
Hey beauty you have a really nice blog 🙂 would you like if we follow each other on gfc and blog? let me know what do you think ? Regards from Bosnia ♥
http://obsessionwithfashion.blogspot.com/
Stephanie says
What a stunning look. It’s so natural, and you look beautiful! I’d love for us to keep in touch via bloglovin’, GFC, or Instagram! Let me know on my blog, I’ll be sure to follow back!
s a r t o r i a l d i n e r
Instagram @ sartorialdiner
Clever Girl Reviews says
What a great soft look in 5 minutes! I wish I could get away with no foundation but whenever I wear anything than tinted lip balm, my face looks so red I have to put on a base!
http://www.clevergirlreviews.com
Anthea L says
love your easily achievable make up look! this is absolutely perfect for everyday and many occasions – and your lashes look amazing!
Check out my Streetstyle post at London Fashion Week and share your thoughts! 🙂
ALxx
http://www.superrassspy.com/blog/
Sophia M says
I love your 5-minute makeup!!! You’re so pretty!
xoxo Sophia
http://styleofsophia.blogspot.it
PinkPanthress says
I do nothing after washing my face except using facial tonic & moisturising cream.
Maybe red lipstick every now & then…
CheapRunnerMichelle says
Some great products and tips – thanks
Maegen Mills says
You are stunning! And this is so helpful because I am an idiot when it comes to make up! What brand is the concealer you use?
Sharon says
So gorgeous! I use UD’s eye primer too…I couldn’t live without it!
-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
Amy Breckenridge says
gorgeous! that eyeshadow color is perfect for you 🙂
Erica says
You look so beautiful! I love YDK against your blue eyes 🙂
http://abundanceoferica.blogspot.ca
Michael says
You look gorgeous before and after! That lipstick is perfect on you. Primer is the best stuff ever. I think it really makes a difference and the Benefit They’re Real mascara is THE best. It’s the only one I’ll use.
Katie Manganaro says
your make-up looks great! I use a lot of Nars and the Urban Decay eye primer too. Just discovered the Sephora spray foundation and I’m in love with it! Have a great weekend!
Roberto Syrious says
very lovely routine!
simple but very cool
xoxo
Syriously in Fashion